A. Sokolov
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A. Sokolov is a key contributor to astroparticle physics, specializing in the development and operation of the TAIGA-HiSCORE gamma-ray observatory. Their research focuses on detecting ultra-high-energy cosmic rays and gamma rays using innovative wide-angle Cherenkov arrays, as well as pioneering techniques for atmospheric monitoring. Sokolov’s most notable contribution is the first ground-based detection of the CATS-LIDAR onboard the International Space Station (ISS) as a fast-moving point source, reported in a 2017 paper (7 citations). This work demonstrated that the HiSCORE facility could detect unscattered laser light from the ISS at kilometer-scale distances, validating a novel method for calibrating Cherenkov telescopes and studying atmospheric transparency. The achievement highlights Sokolov’s role in bridging space-based and ground-based instrumentation, enabling more precise measurements of cosmic-ray air showers. Their work has been instrumental in advancing the TAIGA experiment’s capabilities, with implications for future gamma-ray observatories. Sokolov’s research continues to push the boundaries of high-energy astrophysics, combining observational ingenuity with technical rigor.
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